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Public Policy Lead, U.S. States

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$156K - $175.50K/yr

Work experience on technology policy initiatives such as online safety, privacy, or content moderation * Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, compelling narratives for non ...

Roblox

Product Policy Specialist

San Mateo, CA

You have: * 1-2 years of experience in policy, enforcement, or moderation operations, coupled with a strong interest in technology policy. * Excellent analytical and judgment skills; must be able to ...

Discord

Public Policy Lead, U.S. States

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$156K - $175.50K/yr

Work experience on technology policy initiatives such as online safety, privacy, or content moderation * Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, compelling narratives for non ...

Roblox

Product Policy Specialist

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$127.89K - $161.10K/yr

You have: * 1-2 years of experience in policy, enforcement, or moderation operations, coupled with a strong interest in technology policy. * Excellent analytical and judgment skills; must be able to ...

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What is a Tech Policy job?

A Tech Policy job involves analyzing, shaping, and advocating for policies that govern technology and its impact on society. Professionals in this field work at the intersection of law, policy, and technology, addressing issues like data privacy, cybersecurity, AI governance, and internet regulation. They may work for governments, think tanks, advocacy groups, or tech companies to influence legislation and regulatory frameworks. Strong analytical, communication, and legal skills are often essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tech Policy position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Tech Policy, you need a solid understanding of technology trends, regulatory environments, and public policy, often supported by a degree in law, public policy, or a related field. Familiarity with legal research databases, policy analysis tools, and industry-specific compliance systems is typically required. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical thinking are essential soft skills for success. These abilities enable professionals to effectively advocate for or shape technology policies in alignment with organizational or societal goals.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Tech Policy?

Professionals in Tech Policy often spend their days researching emerging technologies, analyzing proposed legislation or regulations, and drafting policy recommendations or position papers. They may collaborate with government affairs teams, industry groups, and technical experts to ensure policy positions are both informed and practical. Attending hearings, stakeholder meetings, and public forums is also common, allowing them to represent their organization’s interests and stay up to date on the latest policy developments. The role involves a balance of independent research, collaborative projects, and external engagement to drive impactful advocacy and policy outcomes.
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KAP 2026-2027 - Tech Policy Analyst - Reason Foundation

KAP 2026-2027 - Tech Policy Analyst - Reason Foundation

Stand Together

Los Angeles, CA • Hybrid

$55K - $65K/yr

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Posted 6 days ago

Job description

The Koch Associate Program (KAP) is a career accelerator for early to mid-career professionals with a drive to tackle our country's most pressing challenges in more effective, principled ways. KAP equips associates with the tools, mindsets, and community to succeed as social entrepreneurs-individuals excited to find new and better ways to break barriers and eliminate injustice. Associates spend one day each week engaging in experiential learning with Stand Together Fellowships and work at one of our many partner organizations the rest of the week. Our curriculum is designed to supercharge your development and equip you for long-term success as you seek to have an impact on the problems that prevent people from realizing their potential.  

About Reason Foundation
Reason Foundation advances a free society by developing, applying, and promoting libertarian principles, including individual liberty, free markets, and the rule of law.
 
Reason Foundation produces respected, nonpartisan public policy research on a variety of issues and publishes the critically-acclaimed Reason magazine. Together, our top-tier think tank and political and cultural magazine reach a diverse, influential audience, advancing the values of choice, individual freedom, and limited government.
 
About the role
The Policy Analyst will work with Reason policy teams to produce policy research that addresses key issues in technology policy that overlap with our key policy areas, especially transportation, education, regulation, government finance and transparency. Possible research areas include municipal broadband, mobility as a service regulations, online education, government IT systems management, telecommunications, tech regulation and others. A critical capability will be to work virtually with Reason teams on research and policy projects, including quantitative analysis, evaluating key research questions in real-time, and well written analysis and commentary. 
 Responsibilities
         Produce policy research, commentaries, and other written products that address key issues in technology policy.
         Be entrepreneurial in identifying value added policy projects with existing teams.
         Researching federal, state, and local technology policy issues.
         Support team members in working with elected officials and government managers and interested stakeholders who are seeking to implement meaningful technology policy changes 
         Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
         Strong analytical skills. 
         Working knowledge of or ability to rapidly learn data analysis and data visualization applications such as R, Shiny Apps, and Tableau is preferred 
         Strong oral and written communication skills and an ability to effectively convey complex concepts to non-experts 
         General alignment with Reason Foundation's mission to advance a free society by developing, applying, and promoting libertarian principles, including individual liberty, free markets, and the rule of law
         Curiosity and self-motivation to learn new things
 
 
To Apply
In your application, please include a cover letter detailing your alignment with Reason's mission, your interest in the position, your qualifications, and a writing sample.
$55,000 - $65,000 a year
About Stand Together Fellowships 
Learn more about Stand Together Fellowships.
  
Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participantsand applicantswith honesty, dignity, respectand sensitivity.We welcome all qualified applicants regardless ofcolor,race,religion,religious creed,sex,genderor gender identity,gender expression,sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy(including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),military andveteran status,genetic information,maritalor familialstatus, political affiliation,or any other legallyrecognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. 
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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